Synopses & Reviews
The bestselling guide to sewing gets a freshening up!
And its from Vogue®: the most respected name in needlework.
A trusted classic since 1975, Vogue® Sewing has remained a consistent bestseller and sewers favorite. Now its been fully revised and updated, with the latest information and all-new photographs and illustrations, introduction, and page layout. From choosing a machine to mastering couture techniques, it covers everything stitchers need to know to make professional and fashionable garments. Its certain to remain the premier sourcebook for sewers everywhere.
This technique-rich Vogue® manual contains comprehensive instructions for understanding pattern markings, selecting fabrics and notions, hand-stitching and mending, pressing, and measuring to fit. Everythings beautifully laid out, with charts and detailed explanations. And as it teaches, it also steers you to the right project for your sewing level, with a plethora of photos that showcase different options for both beginners and those more expert with a needle.
Synopsis
The bestselling guide to sewing gets a freshening up And it's from Vogue(R) the most respected name in needlework.
A trusted classic since 1975, Vogue(R) Sewing has remained a consistent bestseller and sewer's favorite. Now it's been fully revised and updated, with the latest information and all-new photographs and illustrations, introduction, and page layout. From choosing a machine to mastering couture techniques, it covers everything stitchers need to know to make professional and fashionable garments. It's certain to remain the premier sourcebook for sewers everywhere.
This technique-rich
Vogue'(R) manual contains comprehensive instructions for understanding pattern markings, selecting fabrics and notions, hand-stitching and mending, pressing, and measuring to fit. Everything's beautifully laid out, with charts and detailed explanations. And as it teaches, it also steers you to the right project for your sewing level, with a plethora of photos that showcase different options for both beginners and those more expert with a needle.
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llustrated Guide to Sewing: Couture Techniques guides readers through the characteristics that separate basic sewing from couture such as a custom fit, meticulous handwork, and quality construction. Starting with an overview on important topics such as working with fine fabrics, custom fitting garments, and hand stitching, readers will go on to learn how to create one-of-a-kind fashions that have shape, strength, and beauty with close-up chapters on creating couture collars, necklines, sleeves, and more.'
Synopsis
Whether you're a total novice or practically a pro, this indispensible guide from McCall's is packed with instructions, tips, and fascinating facts that every sewer needs. From mastering the most basic techniques to the ins and outs of using a sewing machine, from mending tears to altering, embellishing, and finishing, this beautifully presented and richly illustrated book has the lowdown. You'll also get advice on marketing designs online, learn the answers to 100 frequently asked questions, and get a comprehensive glossary.
About the Author
Brigitte Binder, Jutta Kand#252;hnle, and Karin Roser are independent fashion and home dand#233;cor designers who create sewing projects for a wide variety of prominent manufacturers and publishers in the fabric and sewing industries. They live in Germany.and#160;About McCall's:
The McCall Pattern Company designs, manufactures, and sells sewing patterns worldwide under the premier sewing brands of Butterick, Kwik Sew, McCall's, and Vogue Patterns, and publishes the consumer magazine Vogue Patterns.
Table of Contents
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Introduction
Chapter 1: Premium Fabrics
*Handling fine fabrics
*Selecting and caring for fine fabrics
*Working with bold patterns: stripes, plaids, flowers
*Laying out and matching bold designs
Chapter 2: Fitting
*Taking measurements
*Matching pattern to figure measurements
*Matching pattern to muslin (in-depth)
Chapter 3: Couture Techniques
*Basic stitches of couturier
*Collars
*Linings - visible and invisible
*Pickets - discreet flat welting
*Hemlines - flared or reinforced
*Waistlines - inset, contour, seamed
*Seams - welt, corner, etc.
*Fasteners - concealed or revealed\n
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